Hotel Orto de' Medici features free WiFi, a charming internal garden from the 16th century, and a panoramic terrace with views of Florence. It is a 10-minute walk from the Duomo. Guests can relax in the lounge, decorated with original frescoes and antique furniture. This historic building also features a Tuscan stone staircase and a suggestive hall with vaulted ceilings. All air-conditioned rooms are decorated in modern style. Some offer views of the medieval roofs, or of the garden. They provide satellite channels, a mini-bar and a private bathroom. The hotel is 0.6 mi from Santa Maria Novella Train Station, and has good public transport connections. A pleasant 20-minute stroll through the historic center leads to Ponte Vecchio.